Honestly, if you look at the news and don't understand the political situation in the middle east it somewhat does make sense to be skeptical about Islam. However we do know how sensitive of a time it is over there. Nothing is black and white.
I really admire you reading the Qur'an. That's great, whether you're looking to convert or just taking interest in learning more about our great religion! I'll tell you though it will be difficult to understand the Qur'an without a clear translation. This is the Qur'an I have except mine is English and Arabic:
http://www.amazon.com/English-Transl...words=al+quran
It's really clear and concise and has an explanation of the Surah in the beginning. It explains where and when it was revealed.